What is the deal with intriguing ceramic heads on every balcony, how is a frozen dessert in combination with warm pastry considered breakfast, and what Sicilian city is deemed the most conquered city in the world? Today, we’re diving into the vibrant and delicious world of Sicily, the Mediterranean jewel that’s sure to tickle your senses and capture your heart!
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Top 10 things to do in Palermo
Palermo is widely considered the most conquered city in the world. Its position at the crossroads of the Mediterranean has given way to many different authorities throughout the centuries. By some accounts, around 15 different cultures influenced the city. All of these influences came together to form the unparalleled and vibrant culture, food and society that remain truly unique.
24 Hours in Milan: What to Eat, See and Drink for a First Visit
Milano doesn’t always get the same dreamy whisper treatment as Rome or Florence, but here’s the thing: it probably should.
10 Best Things to Do in Genoa for a First Visit
Don’t let anyone tell you Genoa is just a stopover. We’ve been back three times and every visit has added another layer. The palaces, the caruggi, the focaccia at nine in the morning with an espresso standing at a bar, the way Porto Antico opens right up after the tangle of the old town. Genoa earns it.
Genoa to Cannes in 4 Days: The Riviera Road Trip Worth Doing
If you want a road trip that moves quickly but still feels glamorous, the stretch from the Italian Riviera into the French Côte d’Azur is genuinely hard to beat.